Chapter 64
ARIA
We walked outside and were surprised to see my adoptive father Gabriel, my adoptive brother fucks with his mate Eliana, and my adoptive grouping Michael and Nina. All waiting anxiously, their expressions caught between worry and anticipation.
Holy crap. Everyone’s here? Seriously? This was supposed to be private–just face and me finding out about the baby. Now we’ve got a whole dama waliona committee. Dad must have told them where we were going. Typical Gabriel move.
“Hey guys,‘ I said, trying to act casual while my heart hammered against my ribs. The sonogram picture felt like it was Burning a hole in my pocket
Dad stepped forward, arms crossed over his chest. His eyes darted between Jace and me, searching for confirmation.
“Well?” he asked, voice gruff but eyes soft. ‘What did the doctor say?”
I glanced at face, who gave me a small nod. This was my news to share if I wanted to. I reached into my pocket and pulled out the ultrasound picture holding it up for everyone to see,
Meet the newest member of our family,” I said, unable to keep the smile from my face. ‘Due in about six months.”
Grandma Whitman’s hands flew to her mouth, tears instantly forming in her eyes. “Oh, dear. This is precious.”
Dad stepped forward, taking the picture from my hands with more gentleness than I’d ever seen from him. He stared at it for a long moment, his expression unreadable.
“Dad?” I said softly. “You okay?”
He looked up, and to my surprise, his eyes were misty. “My little deer,” he whispered, using the nickname I pretended to hate but secretly loved. This is
When he couldn’t finish, I moved forward and wrapped my arms around him. “I know, Dad.”
Behind me, I heard Jace clear his throat. “Gabriel,” he said, his voice firm but respectful. “I promise you I’ll protect her. Both of them.”
Dad pulled back from our embrace and looked at Jace over my shoulder. “I know you will, Alpha. Having Aurora already feels like a grandchild, but knowing my little girl is pregnant… it’s special.”
‘I promise,” Jace repeated, the weight of his words hanging in the air between them.
The small restaurant in Moon Shadow territory buzzed with energy as our family occupied the largest table. Plates of grilled meat and vegetables covered the surface as we celebrated the news.
“So, have you heard of the Sacred Moonlight Gathering?” I asked, reaching for my glass of water.
Lucas, mouth full of steak, pointed his fork at me. “Four warriors from each pack compete in different challenges,” he explained after swallowing Tracking combat, hunting…”
“And I’m guessing I can’t participate this year,” I said, my hand unconsciously moving to my still–flat stomach.
“No,” Jace said firmly, then softened when he saw my expression. “But next year, if you want to, absolutely.”
“Really?” I asked, surprised. Most Alphas wouldn’t/let their mates participate in anything dangerous.
Jace nodded. “Yes. If that’s what you want.”
Dad frowned slightly. “Remember, little deer/Black Forest Pack will be there. His voice lowered. “Warten too.”
My stomach twisted at the name. Warren. The Alpha who had tried to force me to be his mate. The reason we’d fled to Moon Shadow territory in the first place.
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“I know, Dad,” I said, keeping my entre steady. Pat 10 be with all of yar. Brender, het er in lexi to p
Be prepared, little deer, Dad warned. Beramaha’s going to be furton,
‘Don’t worry, Gabriel, tere said, his hand finding mine under the table. He won’t yet new her. If Laut be by her side. f’s math and the
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I thought that they already had that conversation
Alaine
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so again changing the events! last chapter they walked from the dr’s to the pack house alone. this chapter her whole family is waiting outside the dr’s, and they already had
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